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1764 (v.7) Environmental Awareness 102



 

Area:

Department of Environmental Biology

Contact Hours:

5.0

Credits:

25.0

Lecture:

2 x 1 Hours Weekly

Laboratory:

1 x 3 Hours Weekly
A focus on the basic principles of ecology, such as nutrient cycling, community structures, population genetics, population dynamics, biological diversity, Australian ecology, and urban and agricultural ecosystems. A special emphasis is placed on understanding characteristics specific to Western Australian environments, such as water availability, coastal and marine environments, and introduced species. Focusing on understanding the functioning of ecosystems and biological realities present in everydaylife. The lectures are complemented by laboratories where theory is translated into practical realities. Includes two field expeditions.


Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSemester 2Y  

Area
External
refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
Central
External
refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area

 
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